HIV AIDS Medical Reference

Learn about the common and serious side effects of Bixlenvo, potential drug interactions, and tips on how to manage them safely.

Discover five key clinical insights on using Vocabria as an oral lead-in for HIV treatment and prevention, including study results and side effects.

Idvynso is a complete treatment regimen for HIV. Here's how it interacts with other medicines.

Idvynso is a complete treatment regimen for HIV. Here’s how to manage its side effects.

Idvynso is a complete treatment regimen for HIV. Here’s how Idvynso works for HIV, how it was studied, and how to take it.

Find out how this twice-a-year PrEP injection was developed, how the medicine can help raise awareness for HIV prevention, and cut medical costs.

Genvoya is a combination medicine. Here’s how it treats HIV infection.

Yeztugo is a type of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Here’s how it helps prevent HIV infection.

Sunlenca is an antiviral medicine. Here’s how it treats HIV.

Apretude is a long-acting injection. Here’s how it reduces the risk of sexually acquired HIV.

Cabenuva is a once monthly or every 2 month injection. Here’s how it treats HIV.

Dovato is an oral tablet that combines two medicines. Here’s how it treats HIV.

Symtuza is a tablet that combines four medicines. Here’s how it treats HIV infection.

Descovy is an antiretroviral medicine. Here’s how it treats and prevents HIV infection.

Biktarvy is a medicine that contains a combination of antiretrovirals. Here is how it works for HIV.

Learn more about this combination drug that can be used either to treat HIV or lower your risk of getting it.

Learn more about this combination drug that treats and prevents HIV.

Learn about potential side effects of this combination HIV medication, and get tips to prevent or manage them.

Learn more about cabotegravir (Apretude), including what it is, how it works, what its most common side effects are, and whether it’s approved for PrEP.

Here’s what to know about some common side effects of this injected drug that helps protect against HIV.

Learn how cabotegravir (Apretude) is used to help control HIV infection and lower your risk of complications so your immune system can work better.

Emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide (Descovy) is a two-drug oral pill that can both treat and prevent HIV. Here are 6 things you need to know before you take this medication.

Got questions about emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide (Descovy)? Here’s what to know about it – what it is, how it works, and more.

As with any drug, emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide (Descovy) can cause mild to moderate side effects. In some cases, it could be life-threatening. Here are some tips to manage them.

Protecting yourself and others from HIV and other STIs can benefit your mental health, too.

To prevent HIV infection, you now have several PrEP medications to choose from. Which one is right for you?

Are you worried about taking PrEP? These are the facts behind 10 common myths about this HIV prevention medication.

How does PrEP prevent HIV? And is it right for you?

Learn what PrEP medication is and how it works to protect you from HIV infection.

Are you struggling with weight gain since starting HIV treatment? Find out what you can do to boost your body image and self-esteem.

Are you struggling with weight gain from your HIV treatment? Here’s how to get the help you need from your doctor.

Find out what you need to know about the CD4:CD8 ratio test. Learn why your doctor asks for it, what information they get from it, and what it means for you.

HIV weakens your immune system, making you vulnerable to disease. There are many ways to protect yourself, including ART, vaccines, and other medicines.

HIV treatment includes multiple drugs. If you’re taking a protease inhibitor for your HIV, a booster drug will help it work better. Learn more about how it works and what to watch for.

Everyone should get screened for HIV between ages 13 and 64, and more often if you are at high risk. Here’s what to know about getting tested.

Learn more about this common infection in people with untreated HIV or AIDS.

Are you HIV-positive? Learn how an HIV case manager can help you access the services you need.

Learn about this second phase of HIV and how you can keep it from progressing to AIDS.

After major advances in HIV treatment over the last 25 years, new drugs and experimental treatments in the pipeline may bring more improvements to care.

Learn about the many programs that provide financial help and support for people with HIV.

Men who have sex with men (MSM) can be at risk of HIV. Learn about risk factors and how to prevent and treat infection to protect yourself and others.

Some women who have sex with women may believe they’re safe from HIV. But you can still get it. Find out the unique risks and how to avoid HIV.

Learn how HIV affects American Indian and Alaska Native populations.

Self-care can improve your quality of life with HIV and make ART meds more effective. Get healthy tips for eating, exercise, managing stress, and staying at a healthy weight with HIV.

For members of the transgender community, here’s what to know about protecting yourself from HIV and AIDS.

If you think you’ve been exposed to the HIV virus after sexual assault, medication may still protect you. Learn more about post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP).

HIV is on the rise in rural areas. A look at why this is happening and how communities are controlling the disease.

PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a game changer in the fight against HIV, but many at-risk people aren’t getting it. Learn why.

The rates of HIV/AIDS have declined overall, but the Hispanic/Latino communities still face high risks. Language barriers, stigma, poverty, and health care access affect screening and treatment, leaving Hispanic/Latino communities at risk of infection.